Posts by heatherhm3

So, because I had never run more then 5.5 consecutive miles, and have this Princess half looming ahead, I decided to try a 15k this past weekend.  My plan was to go EASY, SLOWLY and just run it.....like my husband said "Don't RACE it, just RUN  it!".  I nailed it......Ran 9.3 miles in 1:38 minutes and felt freaking fabulous!!!!  Granted, most people run a half in that time but I'm just looking to finish it....not win it.  We all get the medal regardless of where we come it.  And, my new mantra is,   "Dead last finish is greater than Did Not Finish which greatly triumps Did Not Start."

I now have the confidence and knowledge that I CAN DO THIS!!!!  So instead of being anxious and nervous for March 8th, I'm super excited and counting down the hours!!!

Just going to continue to work at my distance and increase my speed...See you all there!!!!

I have been having this same issue with trail mix lately.  I never even ate it before and started buying it for my kids to have as a "take and go snack".  So much better then the empty calorie "fishies" or other junky pre-pack stuff.  Anyway, it smelled really yummy to me and before I knew it, I was pouring handfuls of the stuff for myself.  I actually have to "hide" it on myself.  And since I'm barely 5'1".....the top shelves of the pantry are a good spot.  So, yes, I totally relate to this.  And want some RIGHT NOW!!!

Thanks gi-jane!!!  I was hoping you'd respond....can always count on you!  I carb loaded for the race and it was great!  And YUMMY too!!!.  I need to be sure to balance my "in's and outs".  I knew you could help me!!!!

I always do.  My eyes are very sun sensitive.  Plus, the glasses block the wind which makes me tear up.  Nothing more annoying then tears streaming down your face in the freezing cold.  Chafed (sp?) cheeks are not pretty.

Hi Heartwillforever.....

Let me start by saying, I am so sorry.....My heart broke when I read your post.  This happened to me with my third pregnancy.  I miscarried at 13 weeks and it was by far the most devastating thing to happen to our family.  We had made it a "family pregnancy".  My other two children took turns on a daily basis "giving the baby his/her vitamin".  (My prenatal).

I also had to have a D & C and then sent home to mourn the loss of our baby.  Like Scarappo posted, I was utterly crushed.  The bond had been formed with the positive result of the pregnancy test and then had 13 weeks to grow.  It was horrible.

BUT.......We started trying right away with our Dr.'s ok and 6 months later became pregnant with our two year old.....(although each and every month until then was a waiting game.)  My pregnancy was picture perfect so yes, it does and WILL happen.  Sometimes God has bigger and better plans for the baby's he takes from us.  We talk about our "angel baby" ALL THE TIME.  And although I will forever mourn our baby, I know God is holding him/her until we can meet again......Take care...things do get easier. 

I've been pouring over this book since I got it last week and am SO excited to start.  I've been strength training for for quite a while now and would love to spice it up with this new routine.   ALTHOUGH, and I am terribly embarrassed to even admit this, I am SOOOO CONFUSED as to the charts, sessions, sets (a1, b2....).  Since you ladies seem to be enjoying the workout, maybe you can shed some light on this?  I'm probably just making it much harder then need be.

I always pack baggies of sweet cereal.  Like for instance, I would never eat Fruit Loops for breakfast, but use it for snacks.  It's sweet, but also fortified.  So I feel better knowing I'm getting some nutritional value.  I've also packed Kix and that LesserEvil Kettle Corn.  Have Fun!!

I actually figure it into my cc for the day.  I use cereal as my snack at night while reading or watching tv.  Heck of alot better then ice cream , or candy.  Although its high in sugar, most is fortified with vitamins and minerals.  Two cups of fruit loops for instance (which I eat dry) is only 220 calories with a boat load of goodies added in.  It even gets an A grade.  I even smuggle it into the movie theatre!!!

Wow....I am completely floored by all of your advice!  Scaroppo....it's like you really know me!!!  You read right into my fear.  All in all, Benjamin is back to being his healthy normal 18 month old self....in which I have to chase!  That is the true success in this story. 

Secondly, yes, I am nervous about the change of my routine.  Especially since I am registered for the Disney Princess Half Marathon in March.  And being a "newbie" at this exercise stuff, I forget that there are many other things I can do.  Swimming sounds great and the Y has a terrific pool.  And Tina_4792, I have been curious about the Yoga classes they offer.  So thanks guys!!!  BTW....I have noticed a decrease in my appetite since my "hiatus" began.   I think this is going to be fine.

Tomorrow I'm going to do some light strength training, and possibly swim.  I'm actually looking forward to a change....although running is my true passion.

Thanks again guys!  And you are so right x17star17x, when I splurge, my weight the next morning is consistantly 2 lbs heavier.  But back to normal the next day. 

I still so new at this and have yet to fall into my "groove".  

Still love CC. 

In regards to adding your own nutritional info....does anyone know if it is possible to change the serving sizes of those "hand entered" foods?  For example, I entered the info for a particular wrap but noticed that even when I changed the grams to indicate I was only having half, the nutritional values did not reflect that.  Anyone have any ideas?

I really love your outlook on CC and the "healthy lifestyle" attitude, joyrae!  It is exactly how I feel although something that many people do not understand.  I really do not deny myself, I am just extremely conscience of my food choices and the portion sizes.  In addition, my running 3x per week has introduced me to a hobby that I truly LOVE.  So, besides being in the best shape of my 33 years and feeling GREAT, I love the control I have over my life.  I DO NOT want to gain back 45 lbs and the only way that I will be able to maintain this is to CC and MOVE my body!  People look at me so accusatory when they ask me how I "did it"....when I tell them "good old fashioned diet and exercise", you can tell they just don't believe it.  Everyone wants the simple easy "secret"......well, we've found it and it's they only true way.  Addiction or not, it's free, it's healthy and there are certainly MUCH WORSE addictions to have.

Hi guys.....I am giggling to myself because I think you are both misunderstanding what I am asking.

ewwxrolflzz, I had a typo on that last one.  Yes, it is TBSP, not TSP.  But even still, why when I log air popped popcorn into my food list for the day, does one cup come up as 30 calories instead of 15 like stated on the jar?  Why does CC and other calorie counting websites basically double the calories for the same serving size?  Like I said, Orville Redenbacher's  nutritional info states one cup of POPPED corn is 15 calories.  It's not an issue regarding the popping process, exothermic reactions or microwave popcorn comparisons....just purely a mathematic question.

Actually Jonas, it's referring to the popped corn.  It actually says on the jar "1 cup of air-popped corn - 15 calories".  The unpopped kernels are listed as "3 tsp of un-popped corn - 120 calories".  See why I am confused?  There is no microwave involved.  This is purely air-popping.  Thanks for your reply!

Hi Peaches.

I feel the same way!  I'm assuming that the more accustomed I get to this healthy lifestyle, ie: portion sizes, better snack choices, the "OCD" will fade.  But I do have to admit, it's exhausting.

Part of my problem is all the positive feedback regarding my 45 lbs weight loss.  It petrifies me to gain back what I worked so hard to lose.  And the GUILT!!!!  Don't even get me started.......it's absurd.  I am really hard on myself.   In which produces the "denial of food=desire of food" issue.  My cravings are worse now then ever before.